COURSE CURRICULUM

The Associate of Arts degree in Psychology at Capilano University requires a total of 60 credits designed to build a strong foundation in psychology alongside complementary disciplines. The program begins with a 6-credit English requirement, specifically English courses at the 100 level. Students then complete 18 credits at the 100-level in subjects other than English, including core psychology courses such as Introduction to Psychology I and II (PSYC 100 and 101), and choose humanities or social science electives to broaden their understanding. The program also emphasizes advanced study in psychology and related arts courses at the 200-level or higher, requiring 18 credits across two subject areas. This includes key courses like Research Methods in Psychology (PSYC 212), Statistical Methods in Psychology (PSYC 213), and options such as Biopsychology of Behaviour, Cognitive Psychology, Social Psychology, Lifespan Development, and Psychopathology. Students must also complete 9 credits of science courses, including a laboratory science elective (with BIOL 104 recommended), a mathematics, computer science, or statistics elective, and a science elective such as BIOL 113 or PSYC 225. Additionally, 9 credits of electives allow for further academic exploration or specialization. This balanced curriculum provides a comprehensive introduction to psychology, research skills, and supporting disciplines, preparing students to transfer their credits toward a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology or pursue various career pathways related to human behavior and mental health.